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Conte, Jon R.; And Others – Child Abuse and Neglect: The International Journal, 1989
The study interviewed 20 adult sexual offenders in treatment about the process whereby they selected, recruited, and maintained children in a sexual abuse situation. Implications for prevention of sexual abuse are highlighted. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Children, Criminals, Interviews
Berliner, Lucy; Conte, Jon R. – Child Abuse and Neglect: The International Journal, 1990
Analysis of interviews with 23 child victims (aged 10-18 years) of childhood sexual abuse suggested that the victimization process involves 3 overlapping processes: sexualization of the relationship, justification of the sexual contact, and maintenance of the child's cooperation. (DB)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Child Abuse, Interviews, Psychological Patterns
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Berliner, Lucy; Conte, Jon R. – Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, 1995
Eighty-two child victims of sexual abuse and their families were interviewed about their experiences with disclosure and intervention an average of 3.5 years later. Children reported primarily favorable experiences. Factors associated with increased distress included more contact with intervention professionals, having a medical exam, and…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Disclosure, Emotional Response, Intervention